Author, Speaker, and Coach

A bit about Erik

Helping business owners lead well without losing themselves in the process.

Erik Reagan is a coach, founder, and speaker who helps entrepreneurs navigate the weight of leadership with clarity and calm. He works with business owners ready to grow — not just their company, but also their capacity, confidence, and overall well-being. If you’re building something that matters and want to enjoy the process again, you’re in the right place.

Photo of Erik speaking at TEDxSavannah in 2025
Photo Credit: John Alexander

Lead well & live well

Serving Entrepreneurs

Erik helps business owners lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. As a coach, founder, and speaker, he guides leaders who want to grow their business without losing themselves in the process.

“Erik has a rare gift: he helps business owners see the forest and the trees. His insight, empathy, and strategic clarity make him an invaluable guide for leaders who want to build something meaningful without burning out in the process.”

Bill Kenney
Bill Kenney
CEO, Focus Lab
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Photo of Erik speaking at TEDxSavannah
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As the co-founder of a thriving brand agency and the creator of Built on Purpose, he’s spent nearly two decades inside the challenges entrepreneurs face: the overwhelm, the isolation, the endless decisions, and the quiet doubts that creep in along the way.

But he’s also seen what’s possible when business owners create space for honest reflection, thoughtful strategy, and meaningful support. That’s the kind of work Erik is passionate about — the work that helps leaders grow not just as professionals, but as people.

Through executive coaching, workshops, and keynote talks, Erik equips business owners and leadership teams with the mindset and tools they need to make confident decisions, build stronger teams, and lead more intentional lives. His coaching blends personal clarity with practical action, always centered around what success truly looks like for each individual.

Whether he’s guiding someone through a major leadership transition, helping an owner create a sane exit plan, or simply offering space to think out loud, Erik brings empathy, insight, and encouragement to every conversation. His goal is simple: help leaders get where they want to go — without losing what matters most along the way.

Connect with Erik

If you’d like to connect, you’ll find Erik sharing professional insights and resources on LinkedIn, a mix of work and life over on Instagram, and sending thoughtful, practical tips through his newsletter — where he shares tools, stories, and encouragement for business owners navigating the ups and downs of leadership.

Now Available

Goodness over Greatness

A different kind of leadership book — for founders and executives who want to grow their business without losing their livelihood. Rooted in real experience and timeless principles, this is your guide to leading with integrity, clarity, and peace.

Clarity without burnout.
Learn how to scale your business while reducing stress and decision fatigue.
Courage with integrity.
Lead boldly without compromising who you are or what matters most.
Peace alongside progress.
Redefine success so your business doesn't own you — you own it.
Photo of the cover of Erik's book, Goodness over Greatness

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